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Traditional Black Staircase Ideas and Designs

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St. Joseph Place Remodel
St. Joseph Place Remodel
Joseph Lese, AIA, NCARB, LEED APJoseph Lese, AIA, NCARB, LEED AP
Original staircase restored to its full glory. Photo: Joseph Lese
Inspiration for a traditional wood u-shaped wood railing staircase in Indianapolis with wood risers and feature lighting.
CARPET AND AREA RUGS
CARPET AND AREA RUGS
Floor SourceFloor Source
FABRICA
Medium sized classic wood l-shaped metal railing staircase in St Louis with wood risers.
2016 Spring Hospitals of Regina Home Lottery
2016 Spring Hospitals of Regina Home Lottery
Canadian Oakworks Ltd.Canadian Oakworks Ltd.
Custom designed turned posts and spindles for the $1.5M grand prize in the Hospitals of Regina Home Lottery. Thank you Harmony Builders for supplying the pictures.
Organic Mill Valley
Organic Mill Valley
Ann Lowengart InteriorsAnn Lowengart Interiors
The three-level Mediterranean revival home started as a 1930s summer cottage that expanded downward and upward over time. We used a clean, crisp white wall plaster with bronze hardware throughout the interiors to give the house continuity. A neutral color palette and minimalist furnishings create a sense of calm restraint. Subtle and nuanced textures and variations in tints add visual interest. The stair risers from the living room to the primary suite are hand-painted terra cotta tile in gray and off-white. We used the same tile resource in the kitchen for the island's toe kick.
Oak Hollow Residence
Oak Hollow Residence
4D Design + Consulting4D Design + Consulting
Large traditional wood u-shaped mixed railing staircase in Other with open risers.
Legacy
Legacy
A. Perry HomesA. Perry Homes
Foyer/Entryway with beautiful winding staircase
Design ideas for a medium sized traditional wood curved wood railing staircase in Chicago with wood risers.
Stained Glass Window Installation in Denver, CO
Stained Glass Window Installation in Denver, CO
Lutomski Stained GlassLutomski Stained Glass
This is an example of a traditional staircase in Denver.
Entry/ Foyer
Entry/ Foyer
UserUser
Design ideas for a classic staircase in New York.
Stainforth Road
Stainforth Road
Studio MilneStudio Milne
Large traditional staircase in London with a dado rail.
ANCIEN PRESBYTERE
ANCIEN PRESBYTERE
Caroline Désert Décoratrice d'IntérieurCaroline Désert Décoratrice d'Intérieur
Gwenaelle HOYET
Design ideas for a classic wood l-shaped mixed railing staircase in Rennes with painted wood risers.
Craftsman Modern
Craftsman Modern
WJM ArchitectWJM Architect
Design ideas for a large traditional wood straight mixed railing staircase in New York with wood risers.
Countryside Craftsman
Countryside Craftsman
Timberlin HomesTimberlin Homes
Gail Herendeen
Inspiration for a large classic wood u-shaped staircase in Other with wood risers.
Carpet
Carpet
Vogt Carpet One Floor & HomeVogt Carpet One Floor & Home
Inspiration for a medium sized traditional carpeted u-shaped staircase in Indianapolis with carpeted risers.
Cover
Cover
Dugan's Paint & Flooring CenterDugan's Paint & Flooring Center
Callis LLC.
This is an example of a classic carpeted u-shaped staircase in Kansas City with carpeted risers.
Portfolio
Portfolio
Hemphill's Rugs & CarpetsHemphill's Rugs & Carpets
The stair portion of a pattern carpet installation that we did for an executive of Houzz. So honored to have been able to do this job for a what has become a true industry friend.
Stair Runners
Stair Runners
K. Powers & CompanyK. Powers & Company
Custom carpet runner installed in Beacon Hill residence, Boston, MA Carpet and installation by K. Powers & Company
Photo of a large classic carpeted l-shaped staircase in Boston with carpeted risers.
Outdoor Stairs
Outdoor Stairs
Atlanta Decking & Fence Co., Inc.Atlanta Decking & Fence Co., Inc.
Project designed and built by Atlanta Decking & Fence.
Photo of a traditional staircase in Atlanta.
Bethany Green foyer
Bethany Green foyer
UserUser
After picture with color changes and carpet install by Angel Murr with JMT Builders
Photo of a classic staircase in Atlanta.
Classic Coastal Colonial Foyer
Classic Coastal Colonial Foyer
Michael Robert ConstructionMichael Robert Construction
This foyer was updated with the addition of white paneling and new herringbone hardwood floors with a walnut border. The walls are covered in a navy blue grasscloth wallpaper from Thibaut. A navy and white geometric patterned stair-runner, held in place with stair rods capped with pineapple finials, further contributes to the home's coastal feel. Photo by Mike Mroz of Michael Robert Construction
Showcase 2007
Showcase 2007
Witt ConstructionWitt Construction
Photo of a classic wood l-shaped staircase in Boston with a dado rail.

Traditional Black Staircase Ideas and Designs

A beautiful traditional staircase can serve a purpose far beyond the functional, with many homeowners transforming the stairs of their home into an architectural centrepiece. Statement staircases will wow your guests – less of a staircase than a showcase – and you may only need to keep the stairs clean and balustrades and newels polished to have a focal point to your decor. For a real talking point, modern staircases make use of non-traditional materials like glass and steel. Planning a new stair can be big projects, but if you’re undergoing a loft conversion, loft stairs are an essential part of your renovation and you’ll need to think carefully about how they will fit into your home. Browsing through inspiring photos of staircases and find pictures who will help you to choose the right design.

How do I choose a new traditional staircase design?

In terms of renovation, replacing staircases is a big decision and must be considered as carefully as replacing a structural wall. If your current staircase is badly positioned then it may be worth the investment in a new flight. A standard straight staircase can be bought virtually out of the box, but for real excitement you may want to look into bespoke staircase design, including ideas custom handrails. This could certainly be the case when it comes to loft stairs as you’ll need something that fits with your area and space below. Storage staircases can be a great option for a small room – drawers or doors can pull out from the side of the staircase, utilising the space under it, or the stairs themselves can serve as drawers and cubbies. Spiral staircases are clever and can make a stunning feature in every room – choose a winding spiral staircase for smaller rooms or a sweeping one if you have the room for dramatic appeal. Glass railings are ideal if you have a preference for light and spacious interiors. If you have a more traditional wooden flight of stairs already in place, then you can add a more modern feel by opting for a sheet glass balustrade. Open stairs, an alternating tread or a floating staircase are great additions to any home but may be out of the question if you have small children.

How should I decorate my traditional staircase?

Despite the fact that the stairs can be one of the most frequently used areas of your home, they are often overlooked when it comes to a home redesign. Your staircase, much like your hallway, can be an opportunity to inject some colour or personality into your overall design scheme and an update can be as simple as putting a lick of paint on the spindles or stripping off the worn carpet to reveal the beautiful hardwood treads beneath. If you want to keep some cushioning, then stair runners are a popular design choice, as they draw the eyes upward and add a flash of colour or pattern whilst offering plenty of grip. That said, ensure stair runners are properly fitted to avoid any missteps! A nice touch to connect staircases to the hallway they lead to is choosing a complementary rug or floor runner that echoes the colour scheme of the stair runner. If your staircase is alongside a wall, make the most of that space with attractive wallpaper, framed pictures and artwork. Stair spindles are a decorative element in their own right but you can jazz them up by painting them in a multi-tonal palette of complementary colours or graduating between dark and light. Putting a nice chandelier over a staircase can add a final, dramatic touch; if you prefer a more subtle way, consider recessed floor-level lighting for an atmospheric glow.

How should I install loft stairs?

Luckily, there is no minimum width for staircases. If you have a loft conversion stair that are less than one metre wide then you should have a handrail on at least one side. If you’re wondering about how steep your steps can be, then the maximum rise according to Building Regulations Part K is 220mm and all steps should be the same size and level. If you’re worried about crowding your foyer below your loft, there are options that are light and ladder-like so not much space is used, but they will still be more sturdy and safe than normal ladders. You must have two metres headroom at the top of your loft stairs, too, to ensure entering the lost space is not dangerous. A spiral staircase may be the best option for a small room, but remember that the staircase will be narrower and could be more dangerous for young children or older users.The building regulations for spiral staircases are slightly different – if you’re going to use a spiral staircase as loft conversion stairs and it’s only a secondary staircase leading to one room, then the stair treads themselves must be 60mm wide and no more than 145mm in length.
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